WELSH farmers have yet to diversify into tea, coffee and spices - but they still have plenty in common with those who do.

Last week Bernard Ranaweera, president of Sri Lanka’s Small Organic Farmers’ Association, visited the Meirionnydd farm of FUW county president Alun Edwards as part of a Fairtrade Fortnight tour of Wales.

Mr Edwards said he was “amazed” at the number of shared concerns such as water and soil management, and carbon efficiency.

He added: “The principle that a farmer should receive a fair price for his produce also transcends international boundaries.